Question 1

How far in advance should we book you for our wedding?

Accepted Answer

Typically, couples book me about 6-18 months before their wedding date. I encourage you to reach out as soon as possible about my availability, even if you’re planning on a shorter time frame.

Question 2

Do you work with assistants or other photographers?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes, I’ll bring an assistant photographers depending on the size of your wedding and the services booked.

Question 3

Do you deliver RAW or unedited photos?

Accepted Answer

Nope. Editing is such an important part of the process. I’ve spent YEARS developing my editing style, and I put my whole entire heart and a lot of time into delivering beautifully edited photos with a consistent feel from start to finish. Speaking of, please don’t slap a filter on your photos when you post them on insta or my heart will break into a million tiny pieces.

Question 4

How long will it take to see our pictures?

Accepted Answer

My turnaround time varies by season. Typically, you’ll be able to view your photos online about 6-8 weeks after your wedding. You'll receive them in an online ordering with high-resolution image files, so you can share the photos with your loved ones and order prints.

Question 5

How many photos do we get and how do we get them?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the coverage you book, but I deliver around 30-50 final edited photos per hour. I deliver your photos in an online gallery where you can order prints & albums, download your images, mark favorites, leave me notes, and share with friends and family!

Question 6

Do you shoot big weddings?

Accepted Answer

I don’t shoot weddings with more than 75 guests. All celebrations of love are wonderful, but small weddings speak to my heart the most and are where I creatively thrive.

Question 7

If we elope, can guests come?

Accepted Answer

They can if you want them to! Some couples prefer to elope just the two of them, others like a few guests! Both ways are great. :)

Question 8

Can you help us with vendors, permits, or our timeline?

Accepted Answer

Always happy to help. I can send over my list of recommended vendors, advise on timeline questions, and help you look into permits if you’re stuck or lost! Just let me know what you’re looking for. :)

Question 9

Should we book an engagement session?

Accepted Answer

I recommend it! It’s one of my fave ways to get to know my clients, plus, you get to see what it’s like to be in front of my camera before the wedding day. It’s kind of like a rehearsal dinner, but way more chill and the only thing you have to rehearse is snuggling your boo. You can also use the photos from your session on your wedding invites, save-the-dates, and your wedding website. I love fashion and style, and I can definitely send you some resources and tips and help you out with what to wear!

Question 10

Do we have to elope in nature, like on top of a mountain or something?

Accepted Answer

OMG NO! In fact, I like city elopements and courthouse elopements WAY more than deep nature elopements. I enjoy an easy hike, but camping and fourteeners aren’t my vibe. You too? It’s YOUR day so where you elope is up to you! You can have a city elopement or nature elopement, or something in between. Whatever your hearts desire. Where do you see yourself getting married? For me it’s a Vegas Chapel, an NYC rooftop, or in the desert. 😍

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Frequently asked questions

How far in advance should we book you for our wedding?

Do you work with assistants or other photographers?

Do you deliver RAW or unedited photos?

How long will it take to see our pictures?

How many photos do we get and how do we get them?

Do you shoot big weddings?

If we elope, can guests come?

Can you help us with vendors, permits, or our timeline?

Should we book an engagement session?

Do we have to elope in nature, like on top of a mountain or something?

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